You know that horrible sound you get when you vacuum up a paper clip or bobby pin you didn't see? Or that sinking feeling when you realize your vacuum found that lost earring before you did? You can avoid all that with a Swiffer mop and a magnetic strip. »3/25/15 5:30am 3/25/15 5:30am

The lightweight GoPro video camera can be mounted to your car or anywhere else to capture action shots. If what you need is a magnetic mount that you can attach to any metallic surface, Instructables user nlinventor has a cheap, DIY guide. »5/26/14 3:00pm 5/26/14 3:00pm

There are certainly easier ways to hide your valuables in your home than to build a secret compartment into a table, but if you do want a personal safe, this one built into a chess table is a good one to build—not just because it's well hidden, but it requires you play the right moves before it unlocks. »2/27/14 5:30am 2/27/14 5:30am

We've shown you how to use magnets to hang tools in your shop and spices in your kitchen. This magnetic key shelf gives you a fun way to hang keys and other metal items wherever you need them. »2/24/14 9:00am 2/24/14 9:00am

Magnetic cable catchers like the MOS Organizer are great, but they're pretty expensive considering it's just a block of magnets. If you'd prefer to make one for yourself, Makeuseof has a guide for doing it with repurposed materials. »2/11/14 2:30pm 2/11/14 2:30pm

We've shown you some clever ways to hide your valuables, but this secret compartment, built into the back of an IKEA LACK floating shelf, takes the cake. Not only is the safe hidden, but the compartment itself can't be opened unless you have a magnet to act as a key. Here's how it works. »1/27/14 5:00am 1/27/14 5:00am

If you're running a bit low on storage space on your desk, reader Max points out that most Apple computers, including iMacs and MacBooks, have a magnetic screen that's great for storing stuff. Attach a binder clip to it, and suddenly you can store all kinds of things. »8/08/13 6:30am 8/08/13 6:30am

When you need to swap knives quickly during a cooking project, a magnetic knife block can be your best friend. If you want to make your own, it's easy to do with some wood and hard drive magnets. »6/01/13 7:00am 6/01/13 7:00am

If you live in a small space but need room to organize your tools or get a little work done, look no further than the back of your closet door. A few magnetic racks, some desk organizers, and a fold-down shelf are all it takes to turn transform unused space into a neatly organized toolshed. »5/14/13 5:00am 5/14/13 5:00am

Hello, fellow Lifehackers! Time for another MacGyver Challenge. What's a MacGyver Challenge, you ask? Simple. We give you an object and you show us what cool things you can do with it. Our editors pick the best submissions and our favorite will win an autographed copy of the Lifehacker book! »3/05/13 11:30am 3/05/13 11:30am

A number of cables stick to magnets automatically, but some need a little help to stay put. The MOS Magnetic Cable organizer adds magnet clips to your cables for easier identification and so they quickly attach to a metal base plate for quick access. »2/20/13 1:00pm 2/20/13 1:00pm

If you're up on a ladder, or under a piece of machinery, keeping your screws (or other stuff) easily accessible isn't easy—after all, you can't just throw them in an egg carton like you can at a workbench. Here's a simpler solution: put a magnet in your pocket. »1/15/13 5:00pm 1/15/13 5:00pm

Interesting food tins that once held spices, candies, or tea can be really interesting and useful storage boxes for your kitchen or workshop by adding a magnet and perhaps removing the lid. »12/29/12 7:00am 12/29/12 7:00am